Job Summary
?? Sous Chef – Luxury Boutique Hotel | Cape Town ? ? Salary: R25,000 | Live-out Kendrick Recruitment is seeking a skilled and proactive Sous Chef to join a luxury boutique hotel in Cape Town. This role is ideal for a culinary professional with 5-star hotel experience, fine dining expertise, and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences both in the main kitchen and private Villas. Key Responsibilities: • Run the kitchen effectively in the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef’s absence • Ensure smooth communication between restaurants, Villas, and kitchen staff • Verify orders for chefs and maintain quality, quantity, presentation, and correct temperature of all dishes • Maintain 5-star standards for food preparation, presentation, and cooking techniques • Collaborate with the Food & Beverage department to meet operational objectives • Exceed guest expectations with consistent, high-quality cuisine • Assist with writing and presenting daily menus, tasting all dishes, and advising guests • Oversee Villa operations: stock preparation, arrival readiness, and ensuring food quality matches main kitchen standards • Assist during events and ensure Villas are service-ready at all times • Maintain cleanliness, minimise waste, and monitor operational equipment • Manage stock control, supplier relationships, daily orders, and monthly stocktakes • Monitor storage, rotation, and quality of all food items including Fish, Meat, and Walk-in/Freezers Key Skills: • Innovative, creative, and self-motivated • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Strong organisational and multitasking abilities • Attention to detail with a passion for high-quality food • Problem-solving and proactive approach to operational challenges Requirements: • Culinary qualification preferred • Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role • 5-star hotel and fine dining experience essential • Previous yacht or luxury villa experience advantageous • Ability to work independently and interact professionally with guests • Strong communication skills; travel experience beneficial